Oliver the Eighth
Originally released in 1934. Oliver the Eighth is a comedy film. directed by Lloyd French. At just 27 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, and Mae Busch
Synopsis
Barbershop owners Stan and Ollie answer an ad in the newspaper from a wealthy widow looking for a husband. Ollie only mails in his response and is invited to the widow's mansion. Stan discovers his unmailed letter and insists on tagging along. At the mansion, the widow's creepy butler informs them that the woman is crazy. She was once jilted by an Oliver and now her hobby is marrying Olivers and then slitting their throats. Now the boys must figure out how to escape.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 13, 1934
92 years ago
Runtime
0h 27m
27 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (39 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Hal Roach Studios
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oliver the Eighth about?
Barbershop owners Stan and Ollie answer an ad in the newspaper from a wealthy widow looking for a husband. Ollie only mails in his response and is invited to the widow's mansion. Stan discovers his...
Who directed Oliver the Eighth?
Oliver the Eighth was directed by Lloyd French.
How long is Oliver the Eighth?
Oliver the Eighth has a runtime of 0 hours and 27 minutes (27 minutes total).
When was Oliver the Eighth released?
Oliver the Eighth was released on January 13, 1934 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Oliver the Eighth?
The main cast of Oliver the Eighth includes Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, Mae Busch, Jack Barty.